Free Entry Level 2 Functional Skills English in Rotherham – Landmarks Rotherham

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryBlended learning
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Free Entry Level 2 Functional Skills English Course in Rotherham. Classes run at Landmarks Rotherham, with a mix of online study and time at the centre. The course runs full-time during the day and typically takes one year to complete. You'll build your reading, writing, and communication skills at Entry Level 2. This free functional skills english course for adults covers everyday English tasks that matter in work and daily life. Entry Level 2 is a step toward Level 1 and then Level 2, which is the recognised GCSE English equivalent.

Who this course is for

These qualifications are for learners of all ages. They are suitable for adults and young people across a wide range of settings. Note these qualifications are only available to centres and learners in England.

Entry requirements

For any learner who has not already achieved this qualification and is working at Entry Level 2 or above and is aged 14 plus.

What you will learn

  • You'll read and understand everyday texts, signs, and short documents.
  • You'll write simple sentences and short pieces of text clearly.
  • You'll spell and punctuate common words correctly.
  • You'll listen to and follow short spoken instructions and information.
  • You'll speak clearly to share information and respond to questions.
  • You'll complete everyday forms and written tasks with greater accuracy.

How you will learn

You'll study through a blend of classroom sessions at Landmarks Rotherham and online learning you can do in your own time. Assessment is through tasks and activities that test reading, writing, speaking, listening, and communication. You'll be assessed by your tutor throughout the course, and the final qualification is assessed through set tasks marked against the City and Guilds Entry Level 2 standard.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Landmarks Rotherham will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Customer service assistant: clear written and spoken communication needed daily.
  • Care assistant: reading care plans and writing basic notes.
  • Warehouse operative: following written instructions and completing paperwork.
  • Retail assistant: handling written queries and till receipts.
  • Cleaner or caretaker: reading instructions and completing simple records.
  • Kitchen assistant: following written food safety and hygiene guidance.

What you could study next

  • Functional Skills Qualification in English (Entry Level 3): the next step up, building on Entry Level 2 skills.
  • Functional Skills Qualification in English Level 1: moves toward the GCSE English alternative that many employers and colleges ask for.
  • Functional Skills Qualification in English Level 2: the recognised gcse english equivalent accepted by employers and further education providers across England.

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